Phnom Penh to Sihanoukville

When you want to get from Phnom Penh to Sihanoukville, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

• Flight
• Bus
• Train
• Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about MYR 881.00. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as MYR 48.98.

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Phnom Penh to Sihanoukville. Your trip will be a total of 150 miles (240 km). The flying distance is 115 miles (185 km).

The travel time from Phnom Penh to Sihanoukville can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 7 hours.

The cost of the trip from Phnom Penh to Sihanoukville varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Cambodia Royal Railway: travelling by train expect to pay as low as MYR 48.98 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as MYR 881.00.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Phnom Penh to Sihanoukville:

• Train tickets - MYR 48.46 to MYR 48.46;
• Bus tickets - MYR 52.86 to MYR 52.86;
• Plane tickets - MYR 422.88 to MYR 881.00;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from MYR 330.38 to MYR 713.61.

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

• Buses start plying the route from 02:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 02:00. There are 1 available bus trips every day.
• Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 1 trains per day.

Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Phnom Penh to Sihanoukville any time of the day.

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Phnom Penh to Sihanoukville. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is MYR 422.88.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

• It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
• Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Phnom Penh to Sihanoukville
Cambodia Angkor Air, Lanmei Airlines

Buses

Taking a bus from Phnom Penh to Sihanoukville is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

• If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
• As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
• While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Phnom Penh to Sihanoukville. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as MYR 330.38.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks.

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Phnom Penh to Sihanoukville? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

• 59% users took a plane.
• 29% decided to catch a taxi.
• 8% decided to go for a bus.
• 4% users enjoyed a train ride.